Authority: Supreme Court of India – Registrar (Ms. Gracy L. Bawitung)
Order Date: 09-10-2026
Case Overview
- Petition for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 15455/2024 filed by The New India Assurance Co. Ltd & Anr against the estate of the deceased Mohamed Azam (through legal representatives).
- Hearing conducted on 09-10-2026 before Registrar Ms. Gracy L. Bawitung; counsel for petitioner: Ms. Awantika Manohar (AOR 2866); counsel for respondents: Mr. Mohd Moonis Abbasi, Ms. Nida, Mr. Mohd Waquas (AOR 3557), Mr. Vishal Meghwal (AOR 4197).
- Service of notice completed on Respondent Nos. 1.1 to 1.6 and Respondent No.4, but none have entered appearance.
- Counter affidavits filed on behalf of Respondent Nos. 2 and 3; a counter affidavit filed on behalf of Respondent No.5 is defective.
Final Outcome
- Respondent Nos. 1.1‑1.6 and No.4 are directed to appear; if no appearance, matter to be listed again on 20‑11‑2026.
- Defects in Respondent No.5’s counter affidavit must be cured by 16‑10‑2026; if cured, the matter will be listed before the Court; if not cured, the matter will be listed again on 20‑11‑2026.
- A copy of this Record of Proceedings to be furnished to the concerned advocates‑on‑record for information and compliance.
Topics: Legal Procedure, Insurance